The administration’s decision last week to end the university’s formal relationship with Planned Parenthood created a passionate stir across campus, social media and Spokane, and…
In the Loop: Professors should wait to be asked about politics
Whitworth students have no doubt experienced an extensive variety of discussions surrounding the 2016 election and its results. On Facebook, with their friends, with relatives…
Editorial: Prime Times should be changed to meet goals
The initial purpose of Prime Times is to build the community within a residence hall. However, it is known that Prime Times are not the…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP Building a network more important than ever
With graduation coming up for Whitworth’s seniors, and with other students looking for summer jobs and future internships, networking has become a very important aspect…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP Unknown risk of electronic cigarettes outweighs possible benefits
Electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigs, are becoming fairly popular with smokers trying to quit, smokers seeking out different flavors and even with younger people…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP Sexual orientation non-discrimination policy resolution should be passed
The editorial board believes ASWU should pass the resolution calling for sexual orientation to be added to the list of protected identities in the staff…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP Gender-neutral bathrooms should not cause shame
Originally, Student Life was adding gender-neutral bathrooms. It’s now calling them private bathrooms. The terms have the same meanings, but different implications. It’s a shame…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP What we should learn from Brian Williams
Honesty and the truth sometimes are not as appealing as making a great story and being the center of attention. This is exactly what happened…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP Decision to close Costa Rica Center unfortunate, but ultimately necessary
The Trustees made the recommendation for Whitworth to close the Costa Rica campus and sell the property. We think that while it is unfortunate that…
Editorial: IN THE LOOP Efforts to bring Condoleezza Rice to Whitworth were worth the challenge
It took a lot of effort from faculty, staff and administration to facilitate former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice to Spokane and to Whitworth. While…